Masters (MS) in Economics in New Zealand
6 masters programmes in economics at 3 universities in New Zealand are open to international students; 100% are taught in English. The median yearly tuition is 23,076 USD, with the middle half of programmes charging between 20,172 USD and 25,096 USD.
Data as of August 28, 2026 · computed from Global Admissions data · amounts in USD
Economics programmes
6 programmes
| Programme | University | Degree | Tuition / yr |
|---|---|---|---|
| Master in Economics | Massey University | Master's | 23,076 USD |
| Master in Economics for Sustainability | Massey University | Master's | 20,172 USD |
| Master in Financial Economics | Massey University | Master's | 20,172 USD |
| Master in Applied Finance and Economics | University of Canterbury | Master's | 25,096 USD |
| Master of Philosophy, Politics and Economics | Victoria University of Wellington | Master's | 35,499 USD |
| Master of Philosophy, Politics and Economics | Victoria University of Wellington | Master's | — |
Specialisations within economics
Economics 5 Economics and Finance 1
Universities for economics in New Zealand
Masters (MS) in Economics in New Zealand: common questions
- How many economics programmes are there in New Zealand?
- 6 economics masters programmes at 3 universities in New Zealand are open to international students, as of August 28, 2026.
- How much does a economics degree in New Zealand cost?
- The median yearly tuition for master's programmes in economics in New Zealand is 23,076 USD. The middle half of programmes charge between 20,172 USD and 25,096 USD per year.
- Can I study economics in New Zealand in English?
- Yes — 100% of the economics programmes in New Zealand in our catalogue are taught in English (6 of 6).
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